Makeup

Tinted Moisturizer Trials

As much as I adore makeup, I value convenience over everything. If a product can do double duty, it usually has prime real estate on my shelf. During the warmer months, I reach for lighter products (beauty logic, right here). The makeup gods answered my prayers many years ago, and lightweight tinted moisturizers/ BB creams/ CC […]

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Lifestyle, Style

The BFF Guide to LA

We’re here to solve the perpetual question, “what should we do today?” Meet Cady, my partner in Los Angeles crime. We’ve scoured countless nail salons, comedy clubs, and frozen yogurt joints together in LA County, always in search of a new “go-to.” How does our team operate? Cady manages food and entertainment, I come in with beauty and […]

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Lifestyle

A Message to College Freshmen

By no means am I any type of college maestro, but the last year of my life has put me through countless hoops, and I feel it is only right to share. The course of life is never linear, but this year really put me to the test. I moved across the country, mastered the art of Amazon Prime […]

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Makeup

Back to School Beauty Buys

Yes it’s still summer, yes it’s still hot out, but it doesn’t hurt to get your game face ready for fall. My beauty routine shifts upon return to life in academia. Lounging on the beach becomes a distant memory, and my tan fades faster than that looming first midterm. But let’s look on the bright side, which […]

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Lifestyle, Organization

5 Dorm Room Essentials

What do you actually need in a dorm room? This, right here, is the million dollar question. It’s currently being asked by mothers across the country, as they invade Bed Bath and Beyond with mile-long lists in hand. With one year of college under my belt, I have a pretty good notion of what belongs in your room […]

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Lifestyle

Establish Your Evening Routine

We’re all guilty of falling asleep with a phone in hand or the drone of the Kardashians on the television. I’ve had my fair share of sleepless nights, which result in horrible moods and undesirable dark circles the next day. So, in an attempt to alleviate this personal crisis, I took to the trusty world wide web. As […]

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Lifestyle

Save Your Polaroid: Meet Impossible Film

One of my favorite parts of All You Need is Blush is spotlighting innovative brands that are transforming their markets. The Impossible Project isn’t just transforming theirs, but singlehandedly saving it.  In 2008, the founders of Impossible purchased the last factory in the world manufacturing Polaroid instant film, making it their mission to preserve the dying industry. Their goal? […]

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Style

How to Navigate Forever 21

Good taste with a small budget can be particularly limiting when it comes to clothing. I am a believer in investing in important staple pieces, like a great pair of jeans or a timeless high heel. However, when it comes to trendier pieces, I’m hesitant to spend the big bucks.  Forever 21. It’s big, it’s […]

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Hair

Summer Hair Cocktail

I’m a big fan of air-dry styling these days. It is a result of complete laziness, but we’ll keep that between you and me. There is no better time to embrace your natural waves than the disgustingly hot month of July, no? I was not blessed with perfect Blake Lively locks, and my natural hair requires a […]

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